Guide

How to Extract Text From an Image

OCR can turn text inside screenshots, scanned pages, and photos into editable text without typing it manually.

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The quickest way to do this task on this site is to use OCR Image to Text.

Open OCR Image to Text

Steps

  1. 1.Open the OCR Image to Text tool.
  2. 2.Upload a clear image that contains readable text.
  3. 3.Wait while OCR reads the text.
  4. 4.Review and download the extracted text.

FAQ

Does OCR work better on clean images?

Yes. Sharp images with straight text and good contrast usually produce better results.

Can I copy the text before downloading?

Yes. The extracted text appears on the page before you download it.

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